2004 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Lincoln Town Car 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Make Lincoln Hyundai
Model Town Car Genesis Coupe
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4603 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 239 HP 306 HP
Torque 389 Nm 360 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2002 kg 1537 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 65 L


 

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